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2013 Ford F-59 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2013 Ford F-59 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other F-59 years?

F-59 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted8 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 1 complaints2015: 1 complaints2016: 0 complaints2017: 0 complaints2020: 8 complaints2021: 4 complaints2022: 7 complaints2023: 0 complaints2024: 0 complaints2025: 0 complaints2026: 2 complaints
F-59 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2013 Ford F-59 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V401000Electrical SystemJuly 2, 2014 · 4,867 units

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford F-59 commercial chassis vehicles manufactured December 17, 2009, to April 30, 2014. Corrosive environments, such as water mixed with road salt, may cause a short circuit between the electrical junction block and the mounting bracket/frame.

Consequence

A short circuit may result in a fire.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S11. Note: Since the short may result in a fire whether the vehicle is being operated or not, owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside until they have received the recall remedy.

2013 Ford F-59 — common questions

Is the 2013 Ford F-59 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 Ford F-59 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 Ford F-59. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.